As stated by the California Seismic Safety Commission's"The Homeowner's Guide to Earthquake Safety," many houses have shared weaknesses that may lead to damage in a quake. These flaws include a house that is not anchored to its base, unbraced water heaters, feeble cripple walls, houses built on dock and post bases, unreinforced masonry bases, or...

Severe earthquakes can't just lead to accidents and deaths, but they also cause substantial property damage to streets, buildings and other constructions. Advance preparation is the very best chance of preventing the harmful scenarios and effects that could result from a quake.